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Quality Inspector - II

Forkey Construction & Fabrication
Cortland, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/1/2026

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Inspector - II to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring that all products meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. Your expertise will help uphold our commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality products to our customers. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality assurance, possesses excellent analysis skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment dedicated to continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced incoming, in-process, and final inspections of fabricated metal products and assemblies.
  • Generate balloon drawings and inspection sheets for new products using HighQA.
  • Perform and document First Article Inspections/PPAPs on new products.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
  • Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment, including Calipers, Micrometers, Height gauges, Bore gauges, Thread gauges and CMM.
  • Program and set up CMM for use by Quality Inspector I.
  • Inspect weldments to applicable standards and customer specifications.
  • Review material certifications, inspection records, and quality documentation.
  • Lead containment activities for non-conforming product.
  • Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.

· Maintain and coordinate the calibration of gauges, ensuring all calibrations are up to date.

· Support customer audits, internal audits, and quality system requirements.

  • Train and mentor Quality Inspector I personnel.
  • Work closely with engineering and production teams to improve product quality and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

  • Þ Education

· High school diploma or GED required.

· Associated Degree or Technical training in manufacturing, welding, machining, or quality preferred.

  • Þ Experience

· 3–5 years of quality inspection experience in a fabrication, welding, machining, or manufacturing environment.

· 1 years of experience operating and programming CMMs (PCDMIS preferred).

· Experience working within ISO 9001 quality systems preferred.

· 0–3 years of manufacturing or quality inspection experience.

· Experience in metal fabrication, machining, or welding environments preferred.

  • Þ Knowledge and Skills

· Proficient blueprint reading and specification skills.

· Strong understanding of GD&T.

· Familiarity with precision measuring equipment.

· Strong understanding of fabrication and welding processes

· Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action.

· Strong documentation and communication skills.

· Ability to communicate effectively with production personnel.

Join us as a Quality Inspector - II and be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence! Your expertise will ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance—making a real difference for our customers.

Pay: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $32

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